OCOP-POS, a store chain focused on displaying and distributing products in the One Commune One Product (OCOP) program, is expected to contribute to the consumption of verified domestic goods. Hanoi's consumers can now shop OCOP products at the first Point of Sale (POS) showroom in Noi Bai Industrial Zone, Quang Tien Commune, Soc Son district, on the outskirts of Hanoi. The first-ever OCOP-POS showroom is located in Soc Son District. Photo: Hanoimoi newspaper This is one of the four OCOP-POS retail stores that OCOP Global Cooperative will open in cooperation with the District People's Committee in June and July. At the opening ceremony on June 6, Nguyen Ngoc Yen, Chairman of the Board of OCOP Global Cooperative, said that with the support of the Hanoi Cooperative Alliance, the cooperative had focused its resources on the development of the OCOP-POS distribution channel for the display, introduction, and sale of OCOP products in Hanoi and other … [Read more...] about Opening of first ever OCOP-POS showroom in Hanoi
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Vietnamese FM meets with OECD Secretary-General in Paris
Vietnamese Minister of Foreign Affairs Bui Thanh Son (R) and Secretary-General of the Organisation for Economic Co-operation and Development (OECD) Mathias Cormann . (Photo: VNA) Paris (VNA) – Vietnamese Minister of Foreign Affairs Bui Thanh Son met with Secretary-General of the Organisation for Economic Co-operation and Development (OECD) Mathias Cormann in Paris, France, on June 6 on the sidelines of the OECD Ministerial Council Meeting. Son spoke highly the fruitful cooperation between Vietnam and the OECD , as reflected in the reports on the OECD’s policy consultancy to Vietnam as well as its programmes on technical assistance and capacity improvement in many fields. He lauded the two sides for their efforts in completing the building of an action programme to implement the memorandum of understanding on strengthening their cooperation in the 2022-2026 period. The minister suggested the organisation continue its policy consultancy to help Vietnam restructure … [Read more...] about Vietnamese FM meets with OECD Secretary-General in Paris
Vietravel Airlines launches Hanoi-Dalat/Cam Ranh air routes
Dalat and Cam Ranh are among the most popular places to visit in Vietnam. Vietravel Airlines launched its Hanoi-Cam Ranh/Dalat route on June 7 in anticipation of an increased influx of visitors this Summer. Hanoi-Dalat/Cam Ranh air routes opens from June 7. Photo: Vietravel Airlines The airline's two flights departed from Hanoi and landed at Lien Khuong Airport (Dalat City) and Cam Ranh International Airport, respectively, carrying nearly 400 passengers. Vu Duc Bien, CEO of Vietravel Airlines, said the new route added to the total number of routes it operates from Hanoi to five, offering passengers more options for convenient flight times at attractive prices. Both Dalat in Lam Dong Province and Cam Ranh in Khanh Hoa Province are among the most popular destinations in Vietnam, thanks to their beautiful scenery, mild climate and diverse cuisine, making them ideal for personal or family vacations at affordable prices . In the first quarter, the … [Read more...] about Vietravel Airlines launches Hanoi-Dalat/Cam Ranh air routes
Photo Hanoi’23 drives capital’s culture and art development
Many cities have seized the opportunity to launch initiatives like Photo Hanoi'23 to promote the growth of culture and arts and to establish themselves as popular tourist destinations. More than 200 articles and programs have been published about the International Biennale Photo Hanoi'23. Over 170,000 visitors have participated in exhibitions and other activities. Social media posts have been viewed nearly 5 million times on PhotoHanoi networks alone, and 5,100 posts with #photohanoi hashtags have been sent on social media: Facebook, Instagram and Tiktok. These are the statistics announced by the French Ambassador to Vietnam, Nicolas Warnery, confirming the success of the first Photo Hanoi'23. Chance to explore local photography The French Ambassador expressed his pleasure at the warm reception Photo Hanoi'23 received from the community. He affirmed that the event contributes to the professionalization of the entire creative ecosystem and promotes the capital's economic … [Read more...] about Photo Hanoi’23 drives capital’s culture and art development
Can Tho seeks to develop agricultural tourism
The city boasts natural advantages for developing agricultural and rural tourism, especially river-related tourism, as it is surrounded by rivers and canals and rural areas account for more than 60% of its total area. It has 158 rivers and canals, including the Hau river, a tributary of the Mekong river. The Hau river runs a total length of 65km through the city. The city has many localities that offer tourism services in fruit orchards such as My Khanh tourism village in Phong Dien district, Son riverine island in Binh Thuy district and Tan Loc riverine island in Thot Not district. Ly Van Bon of Son riverine island has successfully implemented a model of breeding fish in floating cages in the Hau river in combination with offering tourism services. He breeds various types of fish and decorates his floating cages with flower pots, coconut-leaf roofs and small boats made from plastic bottles to serve tourists taking photos. With these, he receives about 7,000 tourists a year … [Read more...] about Can Tho seeks to develop agricultural tourism
Vietbank to revolutionise Ho Chi Minh City bus payments
The EMV Open-Loop payment system allows passengers to conveniently use their existing bank cards or e-wallets to pay for bus fares, eliminating the need for cash or specialised cards or tickets designed solely for the bus system. This flexible and modern payment method meets the demands of both the residents and tourists who use public bus services in Ho Chi Minh City. It has already been successfully implemented in numerous countries worldwide, including the United Kingdom, Singapore, Australia, and the United States. Since 2019, Vietbank has been conducting a pilot project for automated payment on public buses with the authorisation of the Ho Chi Minh City People's Committee. In collaboration with Vidiva Technology JSC and Mastercard, Vietbank is aiming to revolutionise the commuting experience for the cities' residents. The project will be implemented without utilising state funds, and the participating parties anticipate that it will incentivise passengers to use public … [Read more...] about Vietbank to revolutionise Ho Chi Minh City bus payments
First litchi exports to China by rail
The Customs Department of Dong Dang International Railway Station in the northern border province of Lang Son has piloted the transportation of litchi to China by rail to cope with the huge backlog of goods along the border during the harvest season. The Customs Department of Dong Dang International Railway Station has piloted the transportation of litchi to China. According to the department, some 20 containers have been exported on each train during the pilot period. It costs about VND 30 million to transport a refrigerated container and around VND 20 million for a normal container from Vietnam's Bac Giang Province to China's Pingxiang City by train. The transportation time is approximately 12 hours. "The train transportation cost is just a bit cheaper than the road, but much faster," the department said. "And it can help resolve the serious overloading at local border gates during this peak period." After the successful pilot, the department has informed … [Read more...] about First litchi exports to China by rail
Implementation of ethnic minority-related policies clarified at National Assembly
Minister-Chairman of the Government Committee on Ethnic Minority Affairs Hau A Lenh answers NA deputies' questions at the session. (Photo: VNA) Hanoi (VNA) – Minister-Chairman of the Government Committee on Ethnic Minority Affairs Hau A Lenh clarified issues related to the attraction of investment in ethnic minority-inhabited areas at the ongoing 15th National Assembly (NA) during the fifth plenary session on June 7. Answering the question by Hanoi representative Vu Thi Luu Mai on a number of documents that do not match the regulations of the law, Lenh admitted that there are still conflicts and overlapping in documents guiding the implementation of policies to encourage investment in ethnic minority-inhabited areas. The Government has asked ministries and sectors to review all the documents to ensure that they are coherent and suitable with legal regulations, he said, adding that ministries and agencies have completed the work. Responding to a question on criteria to … [Read more...] about Implementation of ethnic minority-related policies clarified at National Assembly
UNDP one of Vietnam’s most important partners on development path: ambassador
Ambassador Dang Hoang Giang (second from right), Permanent Representative of Vietnam to the UN, speaks at the dialogue. (Photo: VNA) New York (VNA) - The United Nations Development Programme (UNDP) has been and will continue to be one of the most important and trusted partners of the Government and people of Vietnam on the country’s development and integration pathway, Ambassador Dang Hoang Giang has affirmed. Addressing an interactive dialogue between the UNDP Executive Board and UN member states held in New York on June 6 on the occasion of the 45th anniversary of the Vietnam - UN relations , the Permanent Representative of Vietnam to the UN pointed out impacts of such global issues as the COVID-19 pandemic, climate change, geo-political tensions, and food and energy crises. As a speaker at the meeting to share the country’s success story, he said that in this context, the Vietnamese Government has implemented a number of measures to protect people’s health, … [Read more...] about UNDP one of Vietnam’s most important partners on development path: ambassador
Ho Chi Minh City to connect 22 additional bus routes to metro line No. 1
The Ho Chi Minh City Management Center of Public Transport has announced the scheduled introduction of 22 additional bus routes providing connectivity for passengers to metro line No. 1 stations, alongside the current 11 bus routes. Among the 22 bus routes, there are two routes linking neighboring Binh Duong Province, namely 61-9 (Cu Chi Coach Station – Di An – New Mien Dong Coach Station) and 61-10 (Ben Cat Coach Station – New Mien Dong Coach Station), and one passing through Dong Nai Province—60-9 (New Mien Dong Coach Station – Giang Dien Tourist Site). The remaining 19 bus routes will connect bus stops on Ham Nghi Street in District 1, and near the Vietnam National University-Ho Chi Minh City, Nong Lam (Agriculture-Forestry) University, Vincom Thu Duc, and Vinhomes Grand Park in Thu Duc City, among others. The Ho Chi Minh City Management Center of Public Transport proposed developing 230 new bus stops close to schools, residential areas, industrial parks, and pedestrian … [Read more...] about Ho Chi Minh City to connect 22 additional bus routes to metro line No. 1